20 Son Clave%3A Solo I

COURSE: Latin Blues Volume 2

FOCUS: This lesson focuses on incorporating the Son Clave rhythm into solo footwork and body movement, encouraging improvisation and exploration of different directions and shapes.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Start with weight on the right side for comfort and stability.
• Relax the hips and spine to allow fluid body shapes.
• Experiment with steps that travel forward, back, and around the room.
• Play with turning steps and crossing movements.
• Incorporate body shapes from previous lessons, such as the fishtail.
• Add the cinquillo rhythm into your shapes for variation.

REMEMBER:

• Focus on creating any body shapes rather than specific forms.
• Use the rhythm to enhance existing dance vocabulary and movements.
• Explore different directions and sizes of steps to build versatility.
• Integrate known body shapes from other lessons into the rhythm practice.
• Take time to play and experiment freely with the movements.
• Apply the rhythm to anything already in your dance toolbox.